Special Collections
It’s that time of year again – almost six months since
our last break from the office, and our pale skin and frayed nerves are longing
for a holiday. Why not take time out to consider the trips of yesteryear as illustrated in our early printed books.
A trip to Cairo perhaps ...
Voyage pittoresque de la Syrie, de la Phœnicie, de la Palæstine, et de la Basse Ægypte (Paris : Imprimerie de la République, An VII)
... or follow in the footsteps of the Grant Tour
aristocrats to Italy
Fresco decorations and stuccoes of churches & palaces in Italy (London: Thomas McClean, 1854)
... or simply take time out to boost that seashell collection ...
If you would like to view/ consult any of these item,
please submit an online request or contact the staff of the Special Collections
Reading Room in the Hardiman Research Building at specialcollections@nuigalway.ie
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